Oklahoma lawmaker wants animal shelter inspections

Democratic Rep. Brian Renegar of McAlester says his proposal is the result of animal shelters in Latimer and Pushmataha counties that he was asked to help shut down. Renegar — a veterinarian reportedly said the animals were being kept in deplorable conditions and some had to be euthanized.

Humane Society of the United States Oklahoma director Cynthia Armstrong says she supports the proposal and that she hopes municipal animal shelters will be included in the required inspections.